Academic Life

Wellington College Belfast offers a wide range of subjects for all students.

Technology

Technology is part of the curriculum at Wellington College and is taught throughout all of KS3, and offered to students for GCSE and as BTEC Engineering in KS5.

In the Modern Languages Department we aim to provide a vibrant and stimulating environment in which our pupils can learn both French and Spanish. They are offered the opportunity to visit France and Spain where they can put their language skills to the test. Many of our brightest pupils achieve resounding success at all levels of public examinations and go on to study languages at universities throughout the UK and Ireland.

Careers

The world of work is undergoing major change with old jobs disappearing and new opportunities becoming available largely due to the impact of technology and the global market. With these facts in mind we believe that an effective careers and guidance programme is even more crucial for our young people. This view point is clearly supported by CCEA as we see Education for Employability at the heart of the revised Northern Ireland Curriculum and with the new CEIAG guidelines from the Department of Education. The aims of the department have been adapted to meet these new requirements.

Geography

Through Geography we learn about the world around us. We study the earth’s landscapes, peoples, places and environment. Geography helps us to understand the processes of the physical features of our planet and be aware of how human interaction shapes and manages these environments.

Chemistry

Chemistry is part of the curriculum at Wellington College and is offered to students for GCSE and A-Level.

Mathematics

The Mathematics department aims to provide Wellington students with a sound mathematical education, in which high academic standards are emphasised, that enables them to achieve their full potential.